Valencia and Murcia, a glance at African Spain by Albert Frederick Calvert
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"Valencia and Murcia, a glance at African Spain" by Albert Frederick Calvert is a historical account written in the early 20th century. The work delves into the rich cultural and historical backgrounds of the Spanish regions of Valencia and Murcia, exploring their landscapes, agricultural practices, and the influence of their diverse inhabitants. It highlights the blending of different cultures, particularly during the Moorish occupation, and the development of irrigation techniques that transformed
the landscape into a flourishing agricultural hub. At the start of this work, Calvert paints a vivid picture of the Kingdom of Valencia, describing its scenic beauty and agricultural wealth, which blossoms under the Mediterranean sun. He discusses the captivating life of the Valencian people, their customs, and the unique language spoken in the region, which reflects a blend of historical influences. The text also recounts the historical significance of Valencia, noting its conquests, cultural exchanges, and the lasting legacies of its Moorish past, including the establishment of a water tribunal that governs local irrigation disputes. Calvert’s opening establishes a rich context that combines natural beauty with a complex social fabric, inviting readers to explore the depth of this African-Spanish region. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Calvert, Albert Frederick, 1872-1946 |
|---|---|
| LoC No. | 11019376 |
| Title | Valencia and Murcia, a glance at African Spain |
| Series Title | The Spanish series |
| Contents | The old kingdom of Valencia -- Saguntum and Castellon -- The Kingdom of Murcia. |
| Credits |
Produced by Chuck Greif and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images available at The Internet Archive) |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 52.7 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | DP: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: Spain, Portugal |
| Subject | Valencia (Spain) -- Description and travel |
| Subject | Murcia (Spain) -- Description and travel |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 63136 |
| Release Date | Sep 6, 2020 |
| Last Update | Oct 18, 2024 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 580 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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